Region
Casablanca-Settat
الدار البيضاء سطاتⴰⵏⴼⴰ-ⵙⵟⵟⴰⵜ
White facades, Atlantic blue, art deco gold
At a glance
- Recommended stay
- 1 to 3 days
- Best season
- April to November (mild Atlantic breeze year-round)
- Population
- 7,688,967 (2024)
- Best for
- Hassan II Mosque · Art Deco & Mauresque architecture · Atlantic seafood & Corniche walks
- UNESCO World Heritage
- whc.unesco.org ↗
- Key landmarks
- Hassan II Mosque on the Atlantic promontoryQuartier Habous (New Medina) and the Mahkama du PachaBoulevard Mohammed V Art Deco and Mauresque architecturePortuguese City of Mazagan in El Jadida (UNESCO World Heritage)Portuguese Cistern of El JadidaAzemmour walled medina above the Oum Er-Rbia riverOualidia tidal lagoon and oyster beds
The economic capital: the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and the Portuguese cistern in El Jadida.
Getting there
Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) and Morocco's central ONCF & Al Boraq rail hub
The Modern Engine of Morocco
Casablanca-Settat forms the economic and demographic heartbeat of the kingdom. The metropolis of Casablanca combines cosmopolitan energy, vibrant dining scenes, and twentieth-century architectural innovation, highlighted by palm-lined Art Deco boulevards and the iconic Hassan II Mosque rising majestically above the Atlantic swells.
Atlantic Corniches and Historic Ports
Beyond the commercial avenues and trendy coastal districts of Anfa and Ain Diab, the region embraces historic seaside gems like the fortified Portuguese cisterns of El Jadida (Mazagan) and the surf town of Bouznika, making it an exciting window into contemporary Moroccan urban culture.
Weather and climate
Climate by month
Average low and highRainy days
| Month | Average low and high | Rainy days | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9°C – 18°C47°F – 64°F | 7 | — |
| Feb | 10°C – 18°C49°F – 65°F | 7 | — |
| Mar | 11°C – 20°C53°F – 68°F | 6 | — |
| Apr | 13°C – 21°C55°F – 70°F | 5 | — |
| May | 16°C – 23°C60°F – 73°F | 3 | — |
| Jun | 18°C – 25°C65°F – 77°F | 1 | — |
| Jul | 20°C – 27°C68°F – 80°F | 0 | — |
| Aug | 21°C – 27°C69°F – 81°F | 0 | — |
| Sep | 19°C – 26°C67°F – 79°F | 2 | — |
| Oct | 17°C – 25°C62°F – 76°F | 5 | — |
| Nov | 13°C – 21°C55°F – 70°F | 7 | — |
| Dec | 10°C – 19°C50°F – 66°F | 8 | — |
Source: NOAA NCEI / WMO 1991-2020 climate normals for Casablanca (Anfa station 60155). Updated November 7, 2026. www.ncei.noaa.gov
Suggested itinerary
Checked by Morocco Insider Tips on November 7, 2026
Day 1 Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque and Art Deco centre
- Morning
- Join a morning guided tour inside the Hassan II Mosque to see its carved cedar ceilings, zellij and marble prayer hall above the Atlantic surf.
- Afternoon
- Take the tram to the Quartier Habous for arcaded bookshops, olive souks and Bennis Habous pastries, then walk Boulevard Mohammed V to spot 1930s Art Deco facades.
- Evening
- Walk the Ain Diab Corniche at sunset or dine around the Central Market and Place Mohammed V.
Day 2 Azemmour and UNESCO Mazagan in El Jadida
- Morning
- Take the morning ONCF train or drive south to Azemmour to walk its whitewashed ramparts overlooking the Oum Er-Rbia river.
- Afternoon
- Continue 15 km to El Jadida to explore the UNESCO-listed Portuguese City of Mazagan, the vaulted 16th-century Portuguese Cistern and the sea bastions.
- Evening
- Fresh grilled sardines at El Jadida's port before returning by train or staying along the Doukkala coast.
Day 3 Oualidia lagoon along the Atlantic
- Morning
- Follow the coastal road south from El Jadida past salt pans and market gardens to the sheltered crescent lagoon of Oualidia.
- Afternoon
- Take a small wooden boat across the calm tidal lagoon to the sand spit and sample local Atlantic oysters and grilled fish.
- Evening
- Return up the coast highway to Casablanca or continue south toward Safi and Essaouira.
Tips
- The Hassan II Mosque is one of the very few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors; guided tours run several times a day outside prayer hours.
- Use Casa Port station if you are staying in the city centre or Art Deco district; Casa Voyageurs is best for connections to Marrakech or the high-speed line.
- El Jadida is an easy 90-minute train trip from Casablanca; take a petit taxi from the station into the Portuguese cité.
- Light layers help even in summer: Atlantic sea breezes and morning mist frequently cool the coast.
Getting around
- Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) is linked to Casa Port and Casa Voyageurs every hour by ONCF airport shuttle train (about 35 minutes).
- Al Boraq high-speed trains depart Casa Voyageurs for Rabat, Kénitra and Tangier; regular ONCF trains connect Casablanca with El Jadida, Settat and Marrakech.
- Casablanca's tramway network (lines T1–T4) connects Casa Voyageurs, Casa Port, Place Mohammed V, the Habous Quarter and Ain Diab.
- Red petit taxis handle rides inside Casablanca (insist on the meter); grand taxis and CTM buses link El Jadida with Azemmour and Oualidia.
Etiquette
- Cover shoulders and knees when visiting the Hassan II Mosque; shoes are removed at the entrance and placed in the bag provided.
- Many Art Deco buildings in central Casablanca are residential apartments or working offices — admire facades and lobbies respectfully without entering private stairs.
- In the Habous Quarter, ask before photographing shopkeepers or artisans at work.
